White’s Tree Frogs

Want a frog that will be docile and tolerate handling? White’s tree frogs are that and more. Size: Approximately four to five inches long when fully grown. Color: Ranges from green to blue-green to aqua. Skin: These frogs have a waxy coating on their skin that helps them retain moisture. It also allows them to tolerate arid conditions and careful handling. Lifespan: White’s tree frogs are long lived — life spans as long as twenty years have been reported, though fifteen years is more typical. Also known as the dumpy tree frog, White’s tree frogs are native to Australia, Indonesia, … Continue reading

Dwarf Clawed Frogs

A great frog for beginners is the dwarf clawed frog. The most common species found in pet stores is Hymenchirus boettgeri. Size: Between one and two inches long when adult. Color: Most often light brown/grey with darker spots. Sometimes light in color. Feet: Front feet are webbed. (Larger clawed frogs do not have webbed front feet.) Life span: Average life span is five years. You don’t need a huge tank to keep dwarf clawed frogs. Figure on about a gallon of water/space for each frog. Dwarf clawed frogs can live in groups and/or with community fish that are approximately the … Continue reading

Frogs As Pets

Interested in an amphibian for a pet? Don’t cross frogs off your list just yet. A frog can be a long-lived and interesting pet for your family! Things to consider: Lifespan. With proper care a pet frog can live anywhere from four to fifteen years — and some have lived even longer! You may be taking care of your pet frog for a long time to come; this is not a commitment to take lightly. Habitats. Different types of frog need different types of habitat. Many frogs need semi-aquatic tanks (half land and half water) that are difficult to set … Continue reading